Food Styling for Photographers

CHAPTER NINE

pieces will be the fl uff or ruffl ed edges around the bottom
circumference of the scoops. Position each fl uff piece by
maneuvering it with a wooden skewer or on the spatula.
Hold the fl uff piece next to the ridge along the bottom
edge of the scoop. Using the wooden skewer or spatula,
move the fl uff against the fake scoop. Place the bottom
or fl at side of the fl uff against the area where you want
to position it. In an area of the fl uff ruffl e that the camera
will not see, gently press with the fl at end of the skewer

to adhere the ruffl e to the scoop. If the outer surface of

the scoop is too crusty to stick to the fl uff , use an artist’s

brush wet with water to slightly moisten the surface

where the fl uff will be placed. Apply the fl uff to the area

where the water was brushed. With your eyes at camera,

build the fl uff around the front and sides of each scoop

for a realistic presentation.

Final Touches to the Fake Ice Cream on Set

When all of the cones are in position and the fl uff is

built around each scoop, double check that the cones

are in good position. When you have made any neces-

sary adjustments and are ready for fi nal photography,

you will have one more step to perform. To make a

realistic presentation for the camera, the “ice cream” will